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Dylan Mathews of Peace Direct raises a critical point: Why do many governments still think international NGOs (INGOs) are better suited to tackle global challenges than local organizations rooted in the communities they serve? It’s time to rethink who’s truly best positioned to drive sustainable change. Local organizations understand their communities’ needs in ways no outside entity ever could. Read more here: https://ow.ly/5Qy750TBTMO #GA4Communities #ShiftPower #Localization #GlobalSouth #DevelopmentJustice #DecolonizeAid"

Religious orgs often have broad reach. That’s why we work with SALFA, the health arm of the Lutheran church in #Madagascar. Learn how SALFA partnered with us to reach almost 1,300 couples with #FamilyPlanning info: https://lnkd.in/ecKFfyEH #LocalMOMENTUM #Localization

At HeliCo, we understand the pivotal role that Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) play in shaping a better world. That's why we are proud to offer specialized translation and interpretation services tailored specifically for NGOs. 🔗🤝 . . . . . . #helicotranslation #helicotercüme #translationservices #qualitytranslationservices #creativetranslation #MLV #localization

Creating a community flock of a single nationality is a common trend in lots of corporations in Kuwait these days which doesn't allow diversification of culture and talents and breeds neopatism on an unexpected level bringing troubles of its own. #corporate #localization #politics #communityflock #learninganddevelopment #humanresources #kuwaitbusiness #kuwaitmarket

📢 **Read the IASC Discussion Paper: Linking AAP, Localization, and the HDP Nexus!** 📄✨ https://buff.ly/4fkDEnB Amid rising humanitarian crises and funding challenges, it's clear we need to reform the humanitarian system. This paper explores key approaches to drive meaningful change: - Accountability to affected populations - Localisation - Humanitarian-Development-Peace (HDP) Nexus 🌱 Empower local actors to address root causes and make decisions! 🔗 Read the full report to learn more! https://buff.ly/4fkDEnB #HumanitarianReform #AAP #Localization #Localisation #HDP #CrisisResponse #IASC #HumanitarianAid #SustainableChange

USAID has promised to allocate 25% of eligible funding to local organizations. But what counts as eligible funding? According to a report by Oxfam, the agency has been a bit generous to itself when setting out its definitions. David Ainsworth takes a look at the report’s key takeaways. #USAID #Oxfam #localization #report

Opinion | Building capabilities for local resource mobilisation: insights from the Middle East and Africa 🌍 🔍 In this article in our new HLA Community series, guest contributor Alaa Albakour delves into the key insights, barriers and strategies for local resource mobilisation, drawing on experiences from this region. Read the full article by Alaa: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d3UbdwJS #HLACommunity #Opinion #MENA #Humanitarians #HumanitarianSector #HumanitarianAid #ResourceMobilisation #Localisation #LongRead #HumanitarianXchange

As calls for a decolonized and equitable international development sector grow, it's crucial to recognize that more than 90% of civil society support from Development Assistance Committee (DAC) member countries is still channelled to Global North organizations. Meanwhile, Global South CSOs receive less than 10%. It’s time to shift the power and funding to where it’s needed most. (Source: #ShiftThePower Movement) Explore more here: https://lnkd.in/dNDNB_Na #GA4Communities #ShiftPower #Localization #GlobalSouth #DevelopmentJustice

Freedom is our basic right. We wish a wonderful Independence Day to all of our friends and American citizens. #HappyFourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #FourthOfJuly #July4th #CelebrateFreedom #PatrioticPride #AmericanIndependence #USA #Localization #Subtitling #MediaServices #GlobalReach #InternationalCommunication #LanguageServices #ContentLocalization #GlobalMedia #CelebrateTogether #CulturalDiversity #Translation #MultilingualContent

How to move the localization agenda forward? #Localization is the process of shifting power, funding and decision-making to the local actors who are driving change in their own countries and communities. #Localization recognizes the vital role and comparative advantages of local actors, who often have better access, acceptance, cost-efficiency, and linkages with long-term development. #Localization also aims to increase the participation, ownership, and leadership of local actors in setting their own agendas and developing their own solutions. Some recommendations for moving the #LocalizationAgendaForward are: • Increase the share and quality of funding for local actors, and reduce the barriers and transaction costs for accessing and managing funds. • Strengthen the capacity and resilience of local actors, and support their institutional development and organizational learning. • Improve the partnerships and coordination between local and international actors, and foster mutual trust, respect, and accountability. • Enhance the policy, influence, and visibility of local actors, and support their advocacy and representation in humanitarian and development forums. • Promote the participation and empowerment of affected communities, and ensure that their needs, preferences, and feedback are reflected and addressed in humanitarian and development interventions. Sorouh SSDF Oxfam International Save the Children International Welthungerhilfe (WHH)